Pie Face withdrawn from sale at B&M

'Pie Face' is one of the most sought after games this Christmas. Pictured right is a copy of the product withdrawal issued to B&M stores. INLT 51-650-CON

Published:10:30Thursday 10 December 2015

B&M stores throughout the UK have been instructed to withdraw from shelves one of this Christmas’ most sought after toys.

On Wednesday afternoon, B&M used social media website, Twitter, to inform one customer that ‘Pie Face’ had been withdrawn from shelves at the request of their supplier but insisted there were no safety issues relating to the product and that it had not been recalled.

‘Pie Face’ is made by Hasbro and is designed for children aged five and over.

The game requires participants place their face in front of a plastic mechanised lever covered in whipped. Players then take turns to turn a handle. Once the handle has been turned enough times it triggers the lever and the player is struck in the face with the cream. Each player is awarded a point each time they turn the handle without getting struck with cream.

In a statement Hasbro said: “Hasbro has been made aware of counterfeit Pie Face product available at B&M Bargains stores in the UK. These products have been withdrawn by B&M Bargains. This withdrawal does not affect the genuine Hasbro Pie Face game, which continues to be available nationwide.